Downtown London Heritage Conservation District

Overall Structure of the Study

Phase 1 Phase 1

• Background research and examination of the history and architecture to determine if the area warrants designation as a Heritage Conservation District (HCD) based on the City’s Official Plan criteria District (HCD) based on the City s Official Plan criteria

Phase 2

• Preparation of a Heritage Conservation District Plan for the area delineated in Phase 1.

• Provide policy direction and strategies to conserve and enhance the • Provide policy direction and strategies to conserve and enhance the character of the HCD

Study Area

Downtown London Heritage Conservation District Study

Study Area

Recommended Boundary

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Phase 2 – Heritage Conservation District Plan Character Statements Character Statements

• Heritage Character Statement• Architectural Character Statement• Landscape Character Statement

Conservation Principles• Preserve the historic context• Maintain and repair• Find a viable use• Preserve traditional setting• Preserve original decoration and fittings• Restore authentic limits• Restore authentic limits• Employ traditional repair methods• Respect historic accumulations• Make new replacements distinguishablep g

Downtown London Heritage Conservation Districtg

Goals & Objectives• Framework for retention, conservation, and adaptation;, , p ;• Encourage rehabilitation and restoration;• Influence renovation and construction;• Increase awareness;• Emphasize the significance;• Educate and encourage owners to embrace the District;• Increase tourism;• Encourage the redevelopment of Downtown and the focus of the • Encourage the redevelopment of Downtown and the focus of the

community;

Implementation Strategy Heritage Conservation and Design Guidelines Heritage Conservation and Design Guidelines

• Architectural / Landscape & Streetscape

Property Owner Information and Utilization

THE MATRIX

All properties within the boundary of the Heritage Conservation District have been listed in the Downtown London HCD Matrix. The matrix identifies how each property is classified under three categories.

ASSIGNMENT – classification of the building by its age and/or proximity to other heritage buildings.

RANK – the evaluation of a building’s heritage importance and attributes classified as either a priority A, B, or C.

LANDSCAPE – a building or site’s relevance to the adjoining streetscape and historical land uses.

HOW TO USE THE MATRIX

Step 1 – check the map to see if your property is within the boundary of the Downtown London Step 1 check the map to see if your property is within the boundary of the Downtown London HCD. If so, identify the Quadrant number that includes your property.

Step 2 – turn to the page that lists the properties found within that Quadrant.

Step 3 – find the address for your property and scroll across the line to determine how the property was classified under the three categories.

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Two storey painted brick Replacement windows on left façade Wood sash in right façade

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Wood sash in right façade Traditional store fronts Brick cornices

Step 4 – Refer to the Index below to see how this affects your property.

Assignment:

H (Historic) – Structure built within the critical period between the 1830’s -1980’s as defined during the Downtown London HCD Study (January, 2011). The building’s architectural character is derived from a number of elements which may include: materials; window design and pattern; store fronts and upper facades; signage; and/or

f t It l b i t d ith th hi t i l tt ib t h hit t roof type. It may also be associated with other historical attributes such as architect, owners, use. Its importance as part of the streetscape and the District as a whole is reflected in its ranking. It is imperative that buildings with an H assignment are recognized as falling under the most stringent guidelines of this document based on the associated Ranking. (Section 6.1.1 – 6.1.3)

I (Infill) – Structures and/or sites with no identifiable heritage characteristics but h i l i f h d/ i i h h i their location as part of the streetscape and/or proximity to other heritage structures

deems them integral to the District. As potential redevelopment sites they are subject to the appropriate guidelines. (Section 6.1.4)

N (Non-Heritage) – Structures built after the critical period (c.1985) and without discernable heritage features or attributes. At the time of redevelopment they may need to have regard for the applicable infill guidelines. (Section 6.1.4)

Ranking:

A – Structure assessed as currently having any combination of the following attributes: all or most of the building’s façade elements are intact; windows may be replaced but occupy original openings; store front retains tradition shape and some features such as windows or terrazzo pavement; previously designated; historical or landmark significance; noted architect; good or very good example of recognizable style; important to streetscape; good restorations.

B – Structure assessed as currently having any combination of the following attributes: elements have been lost or replaced; façade has been painted or covered with stucco or cladding; windows replaced but occupy original openings; period store front altered or replaced; may still have historical or landmark significance; possibly noted architect; replaced; may still have historical or landmark significance; possibly noted architect; important to streetscape.

C – Structure assessed as currently having any combination of the following attributes: most or all of the façade elements have been replaced; store front replaced; retains original form and massing; retains some historical significance; does not relate to streetscape; renovated using inappropriate material or designs.

D - Structure assessed as currently having any combination of the following attributes: some or all of the original detailing is present but has no historical or architectural significance. These buildings are not covered by the alteration guidelines other than with respect to demolition and replacement by new structures subject to the joint HCD guidelines/urban downtown design guidelines.  

Use the following chart to determine the applicable Guidelines as found within the report:

H – Historic I –Infill N – Non-Heritage A* All elements to be retained. A* (Section 6.1.1 – 6.1.3)

B* Elements should be replicated using traditional materials. (Section 6.1.1 – 6.1.5)

C Restorations should be considered using traditional materials. (Section 6.1.5)

New construction guidelines. (Section 6.1.4)

New construction guidelines. (Section 6.1.4)

Demolition/replacement New construction guidelines. New construction guidelines. D subject to guidelines for new

development only. (Section 6.1.4) (Section 6.1.4)

* Heritage Alteration Permit required

Landscape:

This classification will have limited impact on most property owners as it deals with the streetscapes and open spaces within the District. Primarily, it will define guidelines and considerations when embarking upon a site redevelopment and the interface with the adjacent public right-of-way. It will establish the type of streetscape that one would expect to see existing and preserved in front of their respective properties.

i – Residential landscape pattern defined by the plots which were originally laid out to p p y p g yaccommodate residential and associated buildings with setbacks from the front and side lot lines, creating a landscape prominence to the street. (Section 6.2.1)

ii – Commercial landscape pattern defined by the development of lots built out to the front and side lot lines thereby creating a continuous street wall with the rhythm of recessed entrances and storefronts that foster interest at street level recessed entrances and storefronts that foster interest at street level.

iii – Industrial/Warehouse landscape pattern defined by wider street profiles and a greater expanse between opposing structures thus emphasizing vehicular traffic over pedestrian movements.

iv Institutional and Public Realm landscape is a composite of several parks plazas iv – Institutional and Public Realm landscape is a composite of several parks, plazas, gardens, green spaces and public gathering areas that have evolved in London’s downtown over time and are important to its character.

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179 King St. H Thompson carriage factory, c. 1870

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